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Robert Williams Obituary
Ocala - Dr. Robert E. Williams, age 64, passed away Thursday, Feb. 5, 2009 at his home in Ocala. Mentor and father figure to so many, his principled guidance will be greatly missed. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM Friday, February 13, 2009 at Highland Memorial Park, 1515 NE 3rd St., Ocala, with Pastor Tim Gilligan of Meadowbrook Church officiating.
Bob was raised in Ocala, FL and attended Ocala High School, the University of Florida, and finished his degree in Optometry at Southern School of Optometry. He returned to Ocala to share a practice with his father, Dr. John C. Williams and later developed Optical Express, from which he eventually sold and retired.
He is survived by his wife Jan Davis Williams, sons Dr. Robert Earl Williams Jr. of St. Petersburg, Fl and Dr. James Chadwick Williams of Orlando, FL, daughters LeAnn Boline Fisher of Park City, Utah and Lynn Boline Working of Onalaska, Washington, brothers John C. Williams Jr. of Lady Lake, FL and James Alan Williams of Merritt Island, FL., as well as his 7 grandchildren, his nieces, nephews, and cousins, all of whom will miss him dearly. At the family's request, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Marion County, PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34478. Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, is handling arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Williams
Tony Cole
May 19, 2009
Jan, Kaye and I are deeply saddened by Bobby's passing. What a great guy! Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Lavetta Brooks
March 16, 2009
Jan, I am so sorry to read of Bobby's death. Soon the pain will be less and you will be able to remember the good times of your life together. God bless you and family is my prayer. Lavetta
Peggy Callahan Peterson
March 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jan at your time of loss.
Been some years but always remember you as a very kind and loving person. May our love give you strength each day.
God's Blessing to you and your family and friends.
Cynthia Jones
February 13, 2009
Our Dear Jan, Today was such a beautiful tribute to Bobby. The weather was perfect, the ceremony was so gracious and the gathering of your family and friends was a wonderful celebration of Bobby's life. He will be missed by all of us. I am so thankful for all the great times we were fortunate enough to share over the years. We love you and you know that you just have to call for us to be there. Love Cindi and Braxton
Bill & Diane Vosburgh
February 13, 2009
Jan Nothing that we can say right now will really help, only time can do that. But please know that we'll be thinking of you and your family. Bob was a great guy, he'll truly be missed.
Sue (Starry) Iaria
February 12, 2009
I am so sorry! My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I really regret that we didn't get to meet at half time at one of the Gator games last year. I hope I will get to visit with you my next trip to Ocala.
Gina Shutters
February 12, 2009
Mrs. Williams, Chip and Chad,
I was saddened to hear about Dr. Williams. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
God Bless, Gina Lusher Shutters
MARK&SHIRLEY YANDLE
February 11, 2009
DEAR JAN: SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT BOBBY'S PASSING IT WAS SUCH A SHOCK TO US AS WELL AS MANY OTHERS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU IN YOUR COMING DAYS OF MOURNING.
February 11, 2009
Jan;
Bobby was a good man and will be missed. You know how much I and so many others love you and hopefully this will give you some comfort through this sad time.
Tom and Cindy Nelson
Linda Davis
February 11, 2009
Dear Jan,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories, your family and friends give you comfort during this very difficult time.
Linda Greene Davis
Martha Tinker Van Duyne
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan,
I am so sorry to hear about Bobby. May the Lord give you much comfort and strength during this painful time.
God bless you! Martha Van Duyne
Ken and Jen Hunt
February 10, 2009
Chip, Chad, and family. I am sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a good father and inspiration. He will be missed.
Michael and Mimi Ayer
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan,
Please know that Mimi and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. We will always treasure the times we spent together with you and Bobby. We laughed out loud of our memories as Fighting Ocala Wildcats and loved the glorious Championship's of our beloved Gators. I know he will be smiling down on the SWAMP from the best seat in the house next season.
Paul Goldman
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan and Family:
We are so sorry to hear about Bobby. Jan, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Bobby was such a good person whom I had known since Central Elementary School in Ocala. May the support and love of your friends, family, and O.H.S. Class Of '62 classmates, along with God's grace and love, be of comfort to you at this time.
Love,
Kathy and Paul Goldman
Rye, NH
Marla Nash Lemons
February 10, 2009
Dear Chip, Chad, and Family,
I was stunned to hear about your dad's passing, and am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Marla
Lynn & Joyce Bowden
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan & Family~
We were totally shocked to hear of your dear Bob's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy as well as our prayers as you all journey through this most difficult time.
We know the Holy Spirit will be your comforter and carry you through.
We Bless God for you.
Your neighbors~
Barbara Nelson Eddins
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan.....I've just moved back to Ocala after some 45 years, and was saddened to learn of Bobby's passing.
Know you are in my heart and prayers, and that Bobby is in WONDERFUL hands now. God Bless you and your family....
DONNA BOULWARE
February 10, 2009
DEAR JAN AND FAMILY, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BOB'S PASSING. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU
DONNA(BRACKETT) BOULWARE
Deanne Duncan
February 10, 2009
Dear Jan, Chip and Katie, and Chad,
I was so fortunate to have known Uncle Bob for so many years. He had the amazing ability to do almost anything. The greatest gift he gave to all was his love. Growing up with him made him by far my favorite Uncle and protector.
To every little girl he met they were his princess. He will be greatly missed but certainly not forgotten. My prayers and love to all the family. Jan you are truly an amazing lady. Your kindness goes beyond words. Chip and Chad he will be in your heart's forever.
Love,
Deanne Barber Duncan
Lorraine(Diane's mom) Davis
February 10, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brian Feehan
February 9, 2009
Dear Jan,
Susan, Matthew, and I send our sincere thoughts and prayers. Matthew has wonderful memories for his young life of visiting with you and Bobby before the UF/FSU game. I can't remember a time being around Bobby when he wasn't enjoying living. Love, The Feehan family
CAROL JEAN CLEMMONS CORTESE
February 9, 2009
JAN
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND
FAMILY. MAY GOD BE VERY NEAR AT
THIS TIME OF SORROW. WE LOVE
YOU & BOBBY-----ALL THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES.
Sharon Barnes
February 9, 2009
Dr. Bob has left this world far too soon, and he will be sorely missed by the entire community. He was a good and kind man who Ocala was lucky to call "son."
Judy Young Dykes
February 9, 2009
My dearest Jan,
I have not lived in Ocala since the mid-eighties...currently living in Dallas. I read the Star Banner every morning, though, because it makes me feel closer to home. I am so saddened by your loss of Bobby and find it so hard to believe that many of our classmates have gone on to be with our Lord. May God give you strength and peace as you grieve and teach you to live in happiness in the days ahead. I miss you, Jan, and far too many years have passed since I last saw you. Maybe we can have lunch the next time I get home.
My love and prayers are with you.
Judy Young Dykes
Penny Johnston
February 9, 2009
Dear Jan and Family
I got the news of Bobby's passing from my sister Judy in Dallas. I am so sorry to hear that his earthly journey has been completed so prematurely. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With Sad Regards, Penny (Young)
sandra scott
February 9, 2009
This is so sad. Bobby was a good man who fought a good fight. He had a life full of accomplishments and love. I am so happy that he had class of '62's dreamgirl, Miss OHS, Jan, by his side and in his boats all these years. Robert and I had just reconnected with him the last few years and will miss him. God Bless Jan and the rest of his family. Psalm 91....
Sandra Norman Scott
Brian and Kay Voge
February 9, 2009
Bobby will be missed. He was a true gentleman, a great asset to the community, and a good friend to everyone who had the pleasure to know him! We will keep Jan and their family in our thoughts and prayers.
BETTY SPENCER BARTON
February 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rob Rothstein
February 9, 2009
It really should be pointed out that Dr. Williams donated countless hours and free eyeglasses to some of the children at Fessenden Elementary School. The parents of these students could not afford proper eye care to their children. And you know what? Dr. Williams did not brag nor gloat about all the good he had done. Like the man of class that he was, he kept it to himself.
Dr. Bob.....GOD is now rewarding you for your deeds!
PAUL ESPOSITO
February 9, 2009
DEAR JAN AND FAMILY,
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPRESS MY SORROW WITH THE PASSING OF DR. BOB. HIS KNOWLEDGE, KIND NESS, UNDERSTANDING, AND GENEROSITY WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. WE CAN ONLY ALL HOPE TO ASPIRE TO HIS HIGH STANDARDS IN LIFE AND IN HIS MEDICAL PRACTICE.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
PAUL ESPOSITO AND FAMILY
Byron McClellan
February 9, 2009
I always enjoyed going to Bob's office for my yearly eye exam and reminiscing about old Ocala and OHS days. He will be missed.
Fawn Katherine Turner
February 8, 2009
Jan, I am sorry for the recent loss of Dr. Bob. I have known him my whole life. Its almost like you are family to us. I will miss all his stories about him and my dad growing up. This a great loss to our family. My dad is taking it really hard. I am sorry that I will be unable to make the funeral, but I will be there in spirit. Know that I love you, Chip and Chad. You will be in my prayers. Much Love, Fawn Katherine Turner
Chip Pealer
February 8, 2009
Chad, Chip and Jan: I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I have excellent memories of Dr. Williams, and your entire family was such a huge part of my life. My thoughts are with you now and always.
Jimmy and Jana Harrison
February 8, 2009
Jan,
Bobby will be greatly missed. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig and Jean Conrad
February 8, 2009
Jan and family
WE have not only lost a good friend but an OHS classmate. Know that our love and prayers are with you.
Craig and Jean Conrad
Sheri Henderson
February 8, 2009
The loss of Dr. Bobby is like losing another piece of my father. My father began taking me to his office when I was a little girl - he fitted me for my first pair of glasses. I learned how to speed-read because of some kind of contraption he had in the back of his office - little did they know at the time that I got the answers out of the back of the book! Have to say though...I'm a very fast reader even now. Recently Dr. Bobby told me a story about he and my dad. Somehow I had never heard it before - it was hysterical (about their Jim Walter days) and reminded me of so many other things my father did in his lifetime. They were very good friends and seeing Bob was a great reminder of their friendship...I will truly miss him.
sue & david hill
February 8, 2009
Jan and All
Bob will be truly missed by all that knew him
Pat Stephens
February 8, 2009
Dear,dear Jan: Having moved three years ago I lost track. I am so very sorry to hear of Bobby's passing and extend to you my deepest sympathy- Fondly,
Pat Stephens
Lori Lundborg
February 8, 2009
They dont make em like Dr Bob any more......he will be greatly missed!!!!!My love and prayers to the whole family.....
BILL HICKOX
February 8, 2009
SWEET JAN I AM SO SORRY
Gene Davenport sr
February 8, 2009
Dear Jan & Family, Oh Man, It is hard tobelieve that Bobby Has Passed, He Is Going To B Missed By Alot of People Including Me. May I Ask What was the cause of his passing?? I my self am in Bad Health, Fighting Lung Cancer, & Many Other Problems. I have nothing to offer except, My Love For You Both. Your Friend.
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